Drawing upon research in his recently published book, James Nisbet will address the previously overlooked connections between the emerging environmental movement in the United States and the art of the late 1950s through 1970s. Focusing on the movements of Conceptual Art and Land Art, he will discuss the profound impact that ecological thinking and politics had upon the visual arts during this decisive period for environmentalism.

Taking place at various locations within the Los Angeles Central Library, Works Sited is an ongoing series of programs and displays featuring work with themes relating to the library's collections and practices. The project aims to explore the public institution as exhibition space and challenge conventional notions of display within this context.